If you’re looking for a lovely retro-styled accessory, this Granny Circle Bag Crochet Pattern is perfect for you! It’s very quick and easy to make, so even those with basic crafting skills can give it a try. The bag features a long strap allowing you to carry it on your shoulder and keeping your hands free. So convenient, isn’t it? Check out the free pattern and start making it today!
Is the Granny Circle Bag Beginner-Friendly?
This lovely crochet bag pattern is a great project for beginners. It’s actually the perfect way to practice one of the most popular crochet techniques – the granny stitch. If you’ve never tried it before, I can assure you will want to have it in your repertoire sooner or later. Since the bag has a round shape, you will also learn how to crochet a perfectly flat circle.
What’s the Best Yarn Type for This Bag?
When making a crochet bag, we want it to be sturdy and hold its shape well. Cotton yarn is the best choice because it offers good stitch definition and high durability.
The sample shown in the photos was made with Lily Sugar n’ Cream Solid Variety, but if you want, you can use any other worsted-weight 100% cotton yarn available in your local store or left in your stash.
How to Crochet the Circle Bag Body
This handmade purse is so simple to make that two medium-sized crochet circles are all it takes to build its body. Both panels are worked in the round – the front piece features granny stitches and the back piece is made with double crochets to create a denser texture. Once done, you seam the panels together and complete your bag with a strap.
Can I Resize the Circle Bag?
The finished bag is 7″ (19 cm) wide and the strap is 39″ long. This makes it a handy, medium-sized purse that will fit inside the most essential things, like a wallet, keys, glasses, or smartphone.
Would like to make your bag bigger? You can adjust its size by continuing to work the next rounds in the circular body panels.
What Types of Closures Work Well with This Bag?
For this crochet granny bag, a magnetic clasp will work great. They are easy to buy and equally easy to attach. You simply sew it to the inside top of both panels, and voila la! Your handmade purse is ready to grab and go!
